Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga
Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants
and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding
Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands.
Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie
Canal.

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie Canal.

## Overview

Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a destination for millions of visitors each
year who enjoy hiking, riding the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad , biking and
picnicking.  
  
  
  
Whether you need an area large enough for a family reunion or just an intimate
spot for two, Cuyahoga Valley is an ideal destination. Picnic areas are
scattered throughout the park. Two rustic shelters, Ledges and Octagon, are
available for reservation in the Virginia Kendall Unit of Cuyahoga Valley
National Park.

## Recreation

With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something
to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby
hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor
centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-
guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's
picnic shelters.

## Facilities

With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something
to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby
hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor
centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-
guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's
picnic shelters.

## Natural Features

The Cuyahoga River flows through the park for 22 miles (35 km), fed by more
than 190 miles (306 km) of perennial (permanent) and ephemeral (temporary)
streams. The Beaver Marsh and other wetlands, many lined with cattails and
dense patches of duckweed, provide a home for many of the park's reptiles and
amphibians and help filter pollutants from the water.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit Brandywine Falls, the historic Boston Store Visitor Center, Ritchie
Ledges, the Beaver Marsh and the Everett Road Covered Bridge. These are some
of the more popular attractions in the park.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more that 14 days before arrival will receive a refund minus a
$10 cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 14 days out will forfeit the
entire fee. However, the reserving party may be given an opportunity to
reschedule the reservation (based on availability) within 12 months of the
original reservation by contacting the park.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a destination for millions of visitors each year who enjoy hiking, riding the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/cuva/getinvolved/cuyahoga-valley-scenic-railroad.htm" rel="nofollow">Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad</a> , biking and picnicking. <br><br><br><br>Whether you need an area large enough for a family reunion or just an intimate spot for two, Cuyahoga Valley is an ideal destination. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the park. Two rustic shelters, Ledges and Octagon, are available for reservation in the Virginia Kendall Unit of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's picnic shelters.<h2>Facilities</h2>
With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's picnic shelters.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Cuyahoga River flows through the park for 22 miles (35 km), fed by more than 190 miles (306 km) of perennial (permanent) and ephemeral (temporary) streams. The Beaver Marsh and other wetlands, many lined with cattails and dense patches of duckweed, provide a home for many of the park's reptiles and amphibians and help filter pollutants from the water.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit Brandywine Falls, the historic Boston Store Visitor Center, Ritchie Ledges, the Beaver Marsh and the Everett Road Covered Bridge. These are some of the more popular attractions in the park.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations more that 14 days before arrival will receive a refund minus a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 14 days out will forfeit the entire fee. However, the reserving party may be given an opportunity to reschedule the reservation (based on availability) within 12 months of the original reservation by contacting the park.</p>

Fees are $80.00 to $110.00. Payment in full will be charged to your credit
card upon completion of the reservation.

The Octagon Shelter entrnace

The Octagon Shelter in fall

Visitors seated at a picnic table at the Ledges

CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK PICNIC SHELTERS

The Ledges shelter in late summer

The Ledges Shelter covered in snow. The shelter is reservable year-round.

Hikers look at the high rock walls at the Ledges

A park visitor and her dog enjoy the Ledges overlook

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters

Blue Hen Falls is one of dozens of waterfalls in the Cuyahoga Valley.

Blue Hen Falls

A group of kayaks passing a rocky beach on the Cuyahoga River in summer.

Kayakers on the Cuyahoga River

Visitors taking in the view at the Ledges Overlook in fall.

The Ledges Overlook in Fall

CVSR Engine 6777 motors down the tracks.

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

Brandywine Falls viewed from the upper boardwalk.

Brandywine Falls Viewed from the Upper Boardwalk

Visitors watch a lock demonstration at Canal Exploration Center.

Lock 38 and Canal Exploration Center

Anytime of day or night there is some wildlife at the Beaver Marsh to capture your attention.

Sunset at the Beaver Marsh

Many park visitors ride the scenic excursion trail through the valley or take advantage of the Bike Aboard option to ride one way with their bike.

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad in Peninsula

One of Cuyahoga Valley's most popular trails, the Ledges Trail proved glimpses of great color and rock formations throughout the year.

Along the Ledges Trail

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

This site honors the memory of David Berger, an American citizen who was one
of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany.
David had no expectations of winning a medal but joined the Israeli
weightlifting team to realize his dream - a dream which ended tragically. The
Memorial is dedicated to his memory and the memory of the ten other athletes.

This site honors the memory of David Berger, an American citizen who was one of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany. David had no expectations of winning a medal but joined the Israeli weightlifting team to realize his dream - a dream which ended tragically. The Memorial is dedicated to his memory and the memory of the ten other athletes.

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